% of Population on Food Stamps or SNAP (Last 12 Months), by Zip Code (ZCTA5) — Louisiana

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Northern Louisiana, particularly the Mississippi Delta region along the northeastern border, exhibits consistently elevated SNAP participation rates, with numerous zip codes reaching 35–50%, reflecting the persistent poverty concentrated in that corridor. The southern coastal and suburban areas surrounding Baton Rouge and the Northshore of Lake Pontchartrain display markedly lower rates, generally below 10–15%, creating a stark north-south gradient across the state. Pockets of high SNAP usage also appear in urban cores such as Shreveport, Monroe, and parts of New Orleans, contrasting sharply with adjacent suburban zip codes that register significantly lower participation.

Data: U.S. Census Bureau, 2023 ACS

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